A5
Frequency, piano key and harmonics
A5 is piano key 61 of 88, MIDI 81, at 880.00 Hz. It sits in the upper middle, bright on piano and comfortable for many soprano lines.
| Harmonic | Frequency | Nearest equal-tempered note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 · fundamental | 880.00 Hz | A5 (+0 ¢) |
| 2× | 1760.00 Hz | A6 (+0 ¢) |
| 3× | 2640.00 Hz | E7 (+2 ¢) |
| 4× | 3520.00 Hz | A7 (+0 ¢) |
| 5× | 4400.00 Hz | C♯8 (−14 ¢) |
| 6× | 5280.00 Hz | E8 (+2 ¢) |
Piano playback uses a recorded piano sample. The sine button is the exact equal-tempered frequency. Neighbors: G♯5 and A♯5. Arbitrary pitches and alternate A4 tunings belong on the calculator.
Hear the note. Then name the interval.
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FAQ
A5 questions
What frequency is A5?
880.00 Hz when A4 is 440 Hz. Change the reference on the note calculator if you need another tuning. This page does not change.
What MIDI note is A5?
MIDI 81. Piano key 61, counting A0 as key 1 and C8 as key 88.
How loud should I listen?
Keep the tone at a conversation level. These pages can generate steady tones and noise, which fatigue your ears faster than music. If anything rings or feels uncomfortable, stop and turn the volume down.